George Simataa

2024-02-052026-08-21

What’s been said

Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.

August 2026
3 AugWindhoek Observer
George Simataa said the initiative builds on Geingob's belief in listening to citizens
Source
“Speaking ahead of the event, the centre's executive director, George Simataa, said the initiative builds on Geingob's long-standing belief that meaningful development begins by listening to citizens.”
Hage Geingob Centre launches inaugural town hall dialogue
February 2026
24 FebNew Era
George Simataa supervised Steenkamp's doctoral journey
Source
“Although she formally commenced her PhD in 2018 under the supervision of former Cabinet secretary George Simataa, she explained that her preparation began years earlier.”
Honouring Dr Steenkamp
February 2025
18 FebThe Namibian
George Simataa signed government document dated 15 February allocating N$500 000 per region
Source
“This is according to a government document dated 15 February, signed by secretary to Cabinet George Simataa.”
Nation pays tribute: N$7m for Nujoma’s memorials
January 2025
17 JanThe Namibian
Cabinet secretary George Simataa issued directive requiring public servants who did not resign after election to repay salaries
Source
“This follows a directive by Cabinet secretary George Simataa on Thursday that all public servants who did not resign after being elected as members of parliament repay their salaries received after the announcement of the 2024 National Assembly elections.”
IPC spokesperson defies Cabinet directive to resign as civil servant after election to parliament
17 JanThe Namibian
Secretary to Cabinet George Simataa instructed executive directors and chief regional officers to ensure civil servants elected to National Assembly resign
Source
“Secretary to Cabinet George Simataa has instructed executive directors and chief regional officers to make sure public servants who were elected in the 2024 National Assembly elections have resigned from their positions.”
Simataa issues directive for civil servants elected to National Assembly to resign
17 JanThe Namibian
Simataa said resignations should have been effective the day elected officials were announced
Source
“In a circular on Thursday, Simataa said these resignations should have been effective the day they were officially announced as elected.”
Simataa issues directive for civil servants elected to National Assembly to resign
June 2024
10 JunThe Namibian
George Simataa said IUM and Nust are offering wrong courses
Source
“He was responding to criticism raised by the secretary to the Cabinet, George Simataa, who last week said IUM and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) are offering the wrong courses.”
University hits back at Simataa over courses
10 JunThe Namibian
George Simataa claimed IUM's courses were not registered with NCHE
Source
“Simataa also claimed IUM's courses were not registered with the NCHE.”
University hits back at Simataa over courses
February 2024
15 FebThe Namibian
Cabinet secretary George Simataa speaks on president Hage Geingob's fearlessness and charismatic leadership
Source
“Cabinet secretary George Simataa speaks on president Hage Geingob's fearlessness and charismatic leadership.”
Simataa reflects on Geingob’s charisma and courage

Politics

Hage Geingob Centre launches annual town hall dialogue

The News

The Hage Geingob Presidential Centre will hold an inaugural town hall conversation on Monday, intended to become an annual platform for dialogue between leaders, young people, academics and citizens on issues shaping Namibia's future. The event coincides with what would have been Geingob's 85th birthday and aims to preserve his legacy of consultation, inclusive governance and citizen participation.

3 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 3 August

Hage Geingob Centre launches annual town hall dialogue
The Hage Geingob Presidential Centre will hold an inaugural town hall conversation on Monday, intended to become an annual platform for dialogue between leaders, young people, academics and citizens on issues shaping Namibia's future. The event coincides with what would have been Geingob's 85th birthday and aims to preserve his legacy of consultation, inclusive governance and citizen participation.
3 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 6 July

State lawyers accused of mishandling medical claims, losing millions
Government lawyers are accused of mishandling health-related legal cases and potentially sharing settlement payouts with senior ministry officials and claimants' lawyers. Between 2019 and 2024, the health ministry spent N$14.7m on medical claims, with about N$5.5m spent over the past year, amid delays in a nationwide medico-legal training programme.
6 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 24 February

Education Minister Steenkamp celebrates doctorate while in office
Sanet Steenkamp, who became education minister in 2025, has completed her PhD at Rhodes University on teacher leadership and inclusive education, a seven-year journey she began in 2018 while balancing ministerial duties, family life and academic work. The achievement was celebrated at a public lecture hosted by NUST, where Steenkamp spoke of the demands of doctoral study and encouraged perseverance among current and aspiring scholars.
24 February 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 11 February

Former Botswana president addresses Namibia, acknowledges support and border disputes
Former Botswana president Mokgweetsi Masisi delivered a public lecture at the University of Namibia, highlighting Botswana's role in supporting Namibia's liberation struggle and sheltering genocide victims, while also formally apologizing for killings of Namibian fishermen by the Botswana Defence Force during past border disputes. He emphasized that the two countries have since strengthened bilateral relations through higher-level cooperation platforms and a formalised bi-national commission covering politics, trade, and defence.
11 February 2026 · New Era →